I think that blaming Protestantism for everything every Protestant does - whether they be legal or not is a bit paranoid.
Nor should one blame Catholicism for such expressed paranoia.
I find it profoundly depressing to ponder, actually.
You wrote:
“I think that blaming Protestantism for everything every Protestant does - whether they be legal or not is a bit paranoid.”
I’ve NEVER done that. Why do you make things up like that?
“I find it profoundly depressing to ponder, actually.”
Get some help.
I think your observation is correct. There are a few who come off exactly like you say. You aren’t alone.